Microsoft Power Platform Functional Consultant: PL-200 Exam Guide (eBook)

Get up to speed with expert tips, techniques, and the latest insights to confidently take the PL-200 examKey FeaturesLearn effectively with the help of self-assessment questions, mock tests, and detailed explanations in this up-to-date study guideAddress the challenges faced by a functional consultant in day-to-day activitiesUnderstand how to configure, customize, and implement solutions based on Power PlatformBook DescriptionThe Power Platform Functional Consultant Associate (PL-200) exam tests and validates the practical skills of Power Platform users who are proficient in developing solutions by combining the tools in Power Platform and the Microsoft 365 ecosystem based on business needs.This certification guide offers complete, up-to-date coverage of the PL-200 exam so you can prepare effectively for the exam. Written in a clear, succinct way with self-assessment questions, exam tips, and mock exams with detailed explanations of solutions, this book covers common day-to-day activities involved in configuring Power Platform, such as managing entities, creating apps, implementing security, and managing system change.You'll also explore the role of a functional consultant in creating a data model in the Microsoft Dataverse (formerly Common Data Service). Moving ahead, you'll learn how to design the user experience and even build model-driven and canvas apps. As you progress, the book will show you how to manage automation and create chatbots. Finally, you'll understand how to display your data with Power BI and integrate Power Platform with Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Teams.By the end of this book, you'll be well-versed with the essential concepts and techniques required to prepare for the PL-200 certification exam.What you will learnUnderstand how to build apps that meet customer needsExtend the schema for Dataverse with entities, fields, and relationshipsCreate and configure automations to simplify user activitiesExplore various security features in Power Platform and learn how to implement themUse multiple data sources to create task- or role-based web and mobile applications for usersAutomate business processes and enhance the user experience with Power Automate and UI FlowsIntegrate various applications within the Microsoft ecosystem with Power PlatformWho this book is forThis book is for functional consultants and business analysts who are involved in implementing solutions based on Power Platform or Dynamics 365. As the PL-200 exam is a pre-requisite for other role-based certifications in Power Platform and Microsoft Dynamics 365, individuals pursuing their careers in these domains will also find this book helpful. Basic knowledge of Power Platform and access to a Power Platform environment are required to get started with this book.